Casa de Nicolas de Ortega

Historical marker location:

70 St George St, St. Augustine, Florida

( Marker is on Saint George Street south of Cuna Street, on the right when traveling south.)

Armourer.

During World War II, the United States established many military bases in Florida, including the famous MacDill Air Force Base near Tampa. These bases played a crucial role in the war effort and helped to establish Florida as a major military state.